Cleandiskpc.com

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Summary

This rogue Web page preys on unsuspecting users by employing fake malware alerts and notifications to scare them into following harmful instructions. Once on the site, users are bombarded with alarming messages falsely claiming that their computers are severely damaged or infected with viruses. These messages objective is to create a sense of urgency, pushing users to download fake anti-malware tools or other Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPs). Legitimate malware scans require specialized software with deep access to a devices file system, memory and network activity. When a website claims to have detected viruses or other issues on your computer, it is always a scheme designed to induce panic and manipulate users into downloading software that is often fraudulent or harmful.

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Cybersecurity Software Anti-Malware Software SaaS Security

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EnigmaSoft
$1M to $5M